On August 5, 2025, H.E. Jennifer Geerlings-Simons, Suriname’s newly inaugurated President, praised Rosebel Gold Mines N.V. (“RGM”) for its solid performance and contribution to the economy since Zijin Mining’s acquisition in 2023, during a meeting with the mine’s leadership team. The President highlighted RGM’s exceptional results in environmental protection and eco-friendly mining.

After being briefed on Zijin Mining and RGM’s operational performance in recent years, President Simons emphasized that responsible business practices – including community investment, job creation, and environmental stewardship – play a vital role in Suriname’s path toward sustainable development.

RGM has invested US$200 million to extend the mine’s lifespan by an additional 20 years, while closely aligning corporate growth with social responsibility and environmental protection. The President noted that RGM’s approach serves as a model for sustainable mining in Suriname and stressed the importance for the company to deepen cooperation with the government and other stakeholders to jointly advance the country’s mining industry and overall socio-economic development. 

Translator: Li Yuanxing   Reviser: Jian  Editor-in-Chief: Fa Yuan

About Zijin Mining
Zijin Mining is a leading global metals and mining company and one of the world’s largest producers of gold, copper, and zinc. The company has more than 30 large-scale mining operations and projects across 19 countries on 5 continents. Leveraging strong in-house research, engineering, and development capabilities, Zijin maintains high operational efficiency and low costs in both acquisitions and operations. This enables the company to be an industry leader in value creation, underpinned by its philosophy of pursuing development for all and sustained by superior environmental, social, and governance performance. Zijin’s shares trade on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX: 2899) and the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE: 601899).